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Newspaper
Numurkah Leader
Location
Numurkah, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1921
Page
4
Fragment reads like a trade description or catalog note about a decorative fabric or cushion border. It mentions fringe and a large border design, with garbled words suggesting product sizing and style terms. No clear event or person identified.
The diary recounts arrival events from a voyage dated June, detailing disembarkation delays at a London wharf, baggage mix ups, customs checks, and a move to the Shafbury Hotel in St Andrews Street. The writer praises crew conduct, notes merry passenger interactions, and mentions future plans and a football match at Numurkah.
The concert featured Mr Wilson of Wales and Messrs Wrighton and Verwood, with strong turns by W White of Finley and local performers. Encored items and humorous pieces drew praise, as the audience enjoyed songs, recitations, and dance. The society thanked players and public, expecting a £25 boost from the event.
A Mrs. Adams from Brennan-street Numurkah testifies to severe back pain from kidney trouble. After reading about Doan's Backache Kidney Pills, a quick course gave relief and a complete cure. Seven years later she reports no recurrence and endorses the remedy sold by chemists for 2/0.
A fragmented handwritten line hints at a teen voice. The garbled text suggests a personal message or diary snippet captured in a damaged page. No clear names, places, dates, or events are readable.
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